Can a Bulgarian live in Switzerland?

Bulgarians are not only entitled to full freedom of movement within the European Union, but due to AFMP they can now reside, work or simply retire without a visa in a high- standard country such as Switzerland.

How can I legally immigrate to Switzerland?

To move to Switzerland you must go through these two steps:

1. Apply for either a Swiss work visa, study visa or family visa.
2. Get the appropriate residence permit.
3. Get the Swiss C Residence Permit (the permanent residence permit).

Can I enter Switzerland with Bulgarian ID card?

As of May 2009 to enter or pass transit through Switzerland, as well as for stay up to three months without working a valid identity card is accepted in addition to the passport. To stay for more than three months or to work in the country the Bulgarian citizens need a visa in their passport.

Can Bulgarian work in Switzerland?

Switzerland has an international trainee agreement with Bulgaria and Romania whereby professionals aged 18–35 can work for up to 18 months in Switzerland in order to develop professional and language skills. This offers simplified access to a Swiss work permit. For more information, see our guide to Swiss work permits.

How many Bulgarians live in Switzerland?

8,112 Bulgarians
Around 14,330 Romanians and 8,112 Bulgarians live in Switzerland, government data show. Switzerland’s population of 8.4 million is about a quarter foreign.

How long can foreigners stay in Switzerland?

90 days
People travelling on a visitor’s visa may stay in Switzerland for up to 90 days within any 180-day period. After this period of time, they must leave the Schengen area and reapply for another visa.

Where can I live with a Bulgarian passport?

Bulgarian citizens can live and work in any country within the EU as a result of the right of free movement and residence granted in Article 21 of the EU Treaty. Every Bulgarian citizen is also a citizen of the European Union.

Can I settle in Switzerland?

You can become settled in Switzerland permanently in one of two ways: with a Permit C or becoming a Swiss citizen through the process of naturalization. You can work, study, and live anywhere in Switzerland. You can set up a company. You can access social assistance or welfare benefits.